Serving 488 students in grades 7-8, Ralston Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ralston Middle School serves a centrally located attendance area in Omaha, NE, covering approximately 5.8 square miles. Most students live within a 1.5-mile distance from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 2.1 miles away, making for a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ralston Middle School's student population of 488 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
488 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ralston Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ralston Middle School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#769 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
45%
23%
Black
7%
7%
White
39%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ralston Middle School's ranking?
Ralston Middle School is ranked #769 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Ralston Middle School often compared to?
Ralston Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Vista Middle School, Millard Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Ralston Middle School?
488 students attend Ralston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Ralston Middle School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ralston Middle School?
Ralston Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ralston Middle School offer ?
Ralston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ralston Middle School part of?
Ralston Middle School is part of Ralston School District.
In what neighborhood is Ralston Middle School located?
Ralston Middle School is located in the South Central Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 17 other public schools located in South Central Omaha.
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